but if radiation is recommended, it is a newer option which perhaps may offer fewer side effects."What we know most about is the urinary symptoms. Urinary symptoms with this approach are thought to be less dramatic than with for example the seed implant or even with the regular eight week beam. Sexual function, we expect over time that we will have a similar rate of erectile dysfuction with any form of radiation therapy. The key to this therapy is that it is more convenient and is five treatments instead of many treatments," says Dr. Kirsh.The ideal candidate Doctor Gary Kirsh says is someone who has not had prior treatment for prostate cancer.In most cases this treatment is covered by medical insurance plans.Breakthrough Technology to Help Beat Prostate Cancer 2014 Sinclair Broadcast Group. Bernard, South Cumminsville, Symmes Township, Mason, Hamilton, Union Township, Walnut Hills, West Chester, Wyoming, West Price Hill, Westwood, Winton Hills, Alexandria, Bellevue, Covington, Crescent Springs, Erlanger, Fort Mitchell, Fort Thomas, Fort Wright, Florence, Hebron, Highland Heights, Newport, Southgate, Villa Hills, Walton, Aurora, Greendale, and Lawrenceburg.